• Players to watch: Junior quarterback Robert Griffin III has emerged as an early-season Heisman Trophy candidate. In two games, Griffin has completed 83.7 percent of his passes (41 of 49) for 624 yards and eight touchdowns. He leads the nation in passing efficiency and is third in total offense. … Wide receiver Kendall Wright has 20 receptions for 312 yards and three touchdowns. … Running back Terrance Ganaway leads the Bears in rushing with 33 carries for 200 yards and two touchdowns. … Wide receiver Terrance Williams is Griffin’s second favorite target with six receptions for 126 yards and two touchdowns. … Safety Mike Hicks has two interceptions and is second on the team with 12 tackles. … Cornerback Chance Casey leads the team with 14 tackles.

• By the numbers: Baylor’s AP ranking is its highest since Oct. 14, 1991, when the Bears were ranked 16th. … The Bears are averaging 49 points and 550 yards total offense in wins over TCU and SFA. … Griffin III has as many touchdowns (eight) and incompletions.